huā​zhāo

fancy move

Senses

花招 huā​zhāo fancy move

noun · showy or decorative movements in martial arts or performance that often lack practical application

这些武术动作只是些花招,没有实战价值。

花招 huā​zhāo trick

expression, noun · a clever or deceitful maneuver, scheme, or showy display intended to mislead or impress

别在我面前耍花招,我早就看穿你了。

References

variant 花着/花著 花招/花招